The 1937 traditional-style house sits on more than two acres with mature trees, lawns and a cupola-topped guesthouse. A gravel motor court leads to the brick entry terrace of the 6,258-square-foot house. Features include a foyer with staircase, a paneled living room, a library-study, six bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms.

Barrymore, 38, gained recognition for her role as Gertie in "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" in 1982. Among her film credits are "Big Miracle" (2012), "50 First Dates" (2004) and "Charlie's Angels" (2000).

The actress bought the property in 2010 for $5.705 million.

Suzanne Perkins of Sotheby's Santa Barbara office was the listing agent. Riskin Associates of Village Properties represented the buyers.

[For the record, 2:51 p.m. PDT Oct. 31: An earlier version of this post said the actress bought the property last year. She purchased it in 2010.]

Actor Orlando Bloom has a compound in the Hollywood Hills that's up for sale or lease. The property has the notoriety of being among those targeted by "Bling Ring" burglars in July 2009. More: Orlando Bloom home: 4 bedrooms, cherry cabinetry